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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Huish, Orthopedic Surgeon in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Richard Huish, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Huish is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huish’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huish’s office at (253) 596-3300.
What languages does Dr. Huish speak?
Dr. Huish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Huish typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Huish diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Huish. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Huish typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Huish performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Huish. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Huish accept my insurance?
Dr. Huish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 596-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Huish accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Huish in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Huish's office located?
Dr. Richard Huish's Primary Practice
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 596-3300
What is Dr. Huish's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Huish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689962516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huish?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Huish
What is Dr. Richard Huish's specialty?
Dr. Huish is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Richard Huish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Huish is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Richard Huish accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Huish is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Huish offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Huish's office at (253) 596-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Huish?
Please contact Dr. Huish's office at (253) 596-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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